Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Charles Evans, an advocate of monetary stimulus, said fiscal strife in Washington will probably delay the central bank’s tapering of its monthly bond purchases.

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Charles Evans, a consistent backer of record stimulus who votes on policy this year, said more accommodation is warranted to spur an inadequate U.S. expansion.

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Charles Evans, who has been among the Fed’s most vocal proponents of record stimulus, said more signs of strength in the economy are needed to reduce asset purchases.

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Charles Evans, who has consistently supported record stimulus, said the Fed shouldn’t taper its $85 billion in monthly bond buying until inflation and economic growth pick up.